Fellowship in Liver Epidemiology and Patient-Oriented Outcomes Research

This is a one- to two-year training program consisting of hands on training in liver disease epidemiology and patient-centered outcomes research. The fellow will work directly under the mentorship of Rohit Loomba, MD, MHSc.

Program Overview

• Participation in conferences and courses in clinical gastroenterology/hepatology, research methodology, and biostatistics.
• Extensive independent reading.
• Attendance and participation in research seminars within the Division of Gastroenterology and the Division of Preventive Medicine.
• Co-train with the cardiovascular epidemiology T32 training grant fellow from the Division of Preventive Medicine.
• Completion of an independent research project in liver epidemiology.

The program is designed to provide the fellow with:

• In-depth exposure to research techniques to conduct clinical liver research.
• Research experience with mentors in hepatology and epidemiology.
• Interactions with faculty and fellows within the Division of Gastroenterology and other epidemiology training programs in the greater San Diego scientific community.

How To Apply

Applicant Qualifications:

• A medical degree and board eligible in Internal Medicine or Gastroenterology, or
• Exceptional candidates with a PhD or equivalent experience in epidemiology or biostatistics and publication record in epidemiologic research from U.S. or international universities.
• Have a track record of interest in academic medicine.
• Proficient in the English language.

To apply, email gastrofellowship@health.ucsd.edu the following documentation:

• Application (DOC)
• Letter of interest
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three (3) Letters of Recommendations

Contact Us

Questions regarding the program can be made to:

Dr. Rohit Loomba
roloomba@health.ucsd.edu